Compassionate Vet Tech — Full-Time with Benefits

Veterinary Practice Partners; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic is hiring full-time Veterinary Technicians to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Skills

Animal care

Client communication

Veterinary procedures

Safety awareness

Tools

Radiography

Lab work

IV catheter placement

Surgical assistance

Job description

Fairview Heights Animal Clinic is hiring full-time Veterinary Technicians to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

A comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees.